Metro Shipping — Birmingham
West Midlands, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · B37 7YE
Company overview
Metro Global is a tech-powered freight forwarder in Birmingham and across the West Midlands, specialising in complex global supply chain solutions. Operating across air, sea, road and intermodal transport, this freight forwarder West Midlands serves ecommerce businesses requiring international shipping, customs clearance and end-to-end logistics outsourcing. The company combines expert knowledge with integrated technology through its 4PL offerings, handling customs brokerage, contract logistics, supply chain management and trade finance. With operations spanning the United Kingdom, United States and India, Metro Global manages high-volume shipments including ocean freight (measured in thousands of TEU annually), air freight (millions of kilograms), road trips and customs clearances. Their services extend to after-sales logistics and sustainable supply chain transformation, positioning them as a comprehensive partner for ecommerce sellers managing complex distribution networks.
Services offered
Air Freight
International and domestic air freight services for time-sensitive shipments. Handles million-kilogram volumes annually with dedicated air freight expertise.
Ocean Freight
Full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) ocean freight services. Manages thousands of TEU annually across global shipping routes.
Road Freight
Domestic and international road transport solutions. Operates thousands of trips annually for time-sensitive and standard deliveries.
Sea Air
Hybrid shipping solution combining sea and air transport to optimise cost and speed for international shipments.
Customs Brokerage
Full customs clearance and brokerage services. Processes thousands of customs clearances annually for cross-border shipments.
4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics)
End-to-end outsourced logistics management combining expert knowledge, integrated processes and technology to manage complete supply chains.
Contract Logistics
Warehousing and logistics operations management tailored to client requirements, including distribution and inventory management.
Supply Chain Management
Integrated supply chain solutions combining processes, technology, skill and insight to optimise logistics networks and reduce complexity.
Intermodal
Multi-modal transport solutions integrating air, sea and road freight for optimised routing and cost efficiency.
Trade Finance
Trade finance services supporting international shipments and cross-border transactions.
Location and coverage
Metro Shipping is based at 2700 The Crescent, Birmingham, B37 7YE. They serve businesses across West Midlands and the wider UK.
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